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BYD Tang vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Ford Focus?

BYD Tang vs Ford Focus: Key differences

BYD Tang

  • considerably more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Focus is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,771 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Tang offers considerably more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers markedly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

Tang

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is substantially lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,300 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers clearly more boot space – 392 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries marginally more – 575 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Tang is narrowly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

£64,285
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BYD Tang

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 530 km
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BYD Tang

The BYD Tang is a bold, tech-loaded SUV that blends striking design with roomy practicality, making it equally at home on the school run and the open road. Packed with clever tech and a powertrain that mixes efficiency with eager performance, it’s a smart, value-focused pick for buyers who want electric-age comfort without the premium-brand fuss.

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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
64,300 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
575 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
680 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
BYD
Brand
Ford
Is the BYD Tang offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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